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Rangemaster Model 33/34

The Rangemaster Model 33/34 article is spread over two pages:
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The material on this page is taken from a brochure published in circa 1960 by the Mergenthaler Linotype Company. The brochure showcased the company's latest machines and innovations, including the Linofilm System.

The whole document is available for download, in PDF format, from the Metal Type Library.

The Linotype Blue Streak Rangemaster Model 34

FOUR wide 34-channel auxiliary magazines increase the type range of the Model 34 Rangemaster through 60-point condensed, the largest size available for linecasting machines. This makes it easy to keyboard many kinds of composition on one machine.

Blue Streak Rangemaster Model 33/34 Features

One to four wide 90-channel or one to four wide 72-channel lightweight main magazines.

One-Turn Shift is faster than any other method of magazine shifting, simplest and safest.

Electromatic Safety System positively prevents damage to matrices, magazines and machine parts during distribution.

Precise Pot Control automatically regulates heat of crucible and mouthpiece separately.

Exclusive Universal Ejector delivers slugs simply, smoothly and efficiently.

Swinging Keyboard gives instant access to inside working parts without removing keyboard or dismantling outer assemblies, makes maintenance easy and promotes regular inspection.

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